Definition
As many as 90% of person with occupational non specific low back pain are able to return to work in a relatively short period of time.
Non-specific low back pain is defined as low back pain not attributable to a recognizable, known specific pathology (eg, infection, tumour, osteoporosis, lumbar spine fracture, structural deformity, inflammatory disorder,radicular syndrome, or cauda equina syndrome).
Types
Acute – less than 6 wks
Sub Acute – 6 wks to 12 wks
Chronic – 12 wks or more
Causes
Traumatic injury
Lumbar sprain or strain
Postural strain
Factors for Chronic Non Specific LBA
Biological factors
Weakness
Stiffness
Psychological factors
Depression
Social factors
Work environment
Chief Complaints
Low back pain (With leg pain or without leg pain)
Muscle Tension
Stiffness (Localized) – Below the costal margin or Above the Inferion gluteal fold
Physical Therapy Management
To reduce the inflammation IFT/Laser
To reduce the muscle spasm JFT/SWD
To reduce the localized pain UST
Ergonomical Advice
Rest
Avoid Prolonged sitteig
Practice sidelying position (While getting up from the bed)
Avoid forward bending activities
Avoid long distance travelling
Relaxation (To relieve the stress)
Maintanence of good posture
Conclusion
Apart from the electrical Modalities, ergonomical advice “Muscle Rehabiltation Program” plays the major role.
“Do you exercise regularly
keeps
Your body fit & strong”